Whipped Shortbread

Whipped shortbread is a type of buttery, crumbly cookie that is made by whipping the five ingredients together for ten minutes. This method results in a melt-in-your-mouth texture that is tender and delicate. The whipped process incorporates air into the mixture, giving the cookies a light and airy consistency.

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Whipped Shortbread

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Whipped shortbread is a type of buttery, crumbly cookie that is made by whipping the ingredients together for ten minutes.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 30 minutes
• Yield: Varies
• Category: Cookies
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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1 pound butter 1/2 cup cornstarch 1 cup confectioners' sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla or almond extract 3 cups all-purpose flour

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Instructions

1. Heat oven to 325 degrees F.
2. Cream the butter.
3. Gradually add cornstarch, sugar and vanilla or almond extract.
4. Add the flour. Whip mixture with an electric mixer until it looks like cream, about ten minutes. (The more you whip, the better they are.)
5. Drop by spoonsful onto a cookie sheet.
6. Bake for 15 to 20 minutes.
7. Decorate tops, if desired.